Medstar Health Research Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Medstar Health Research Institute, explained in plain language.
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New clinic program aims to boost Women's access to HIV prevention
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a new clinic program designed to help more women access HIV prevention services, including a daily medication called PrEP that can prevent HIV infection. The program included staff training, educational materials, and a dedicated guide to help patients. Research…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Virtual sleep coach tested to help young cancer survivors rest
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a voice-activated virtual assistant could be a practical and acceptable way to deliver proven sleep therapy to young adult cancer survivors. Fifteen participants, aged 18-29 with a history of cancer and chronic sleep problems, used the device. The main g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Own blood injection tested to boost Women's sex lives
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether injecting a concentrated part of a person's own blood, called platelet-rich plasma (PRP), into the vaginal wall could improve sexual satisfaction and function. 52 sexually active women were randomly assigned to receive either the PRP injection or a place…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 02, 2026 15:23 UTC